Description
Timelessness finds its most exquisite embodiment in the F.P. Journe Automatique with its captivating rose gold case and salmon dial. Drawing from the venerable traditions of Swiss watchmaking and infusing them with a contemporary flair, this piece is a testament to F.P. Journe’s unparalleled craftsmanship and avant-garde approach.
The case, rendered in 18K rose gold, radiates with a warmth and allure that’s second to none, complementing the nuances of the salmon dial to perfection. Its gentle curves and refined finish celebrate the horological house’s dedication to details, ensuring the watch is not just a functional marvel, but also a visual delight.
At the heart of this masterpiece lies an automatic movement, exemplifying F.P. Journe’s commitment to precision and reliability. Each movement is the culmination of countless hours of dedication, ensuring that the wearer experiences both the beauty and the superior functionality the brand is celebrated for.
However, it’s the salmon dial that truly steals the show. It offers a mesmerizing backdrop, upon which the Arabic numerals and sub-dials reside in harmonious contrast. The dial reflects light in a way that gives life to the watch, making it dance and shimmer as it moves, capturing the essence of time’s fleeting nature.
The hand-stitched crocodile strap ensures comfort and longevity, elegantly rounding off the watch’s aesthetic while promising a secure fit.
F.P. Journe – Bio
François-Paul Journe was born in Marseille in 1959. An unruly child, he was sent to a local technical college at the age of 14. He went on to graduate from the Paris watchmaking school in 1976.
In 1982, after five years of work, he finished his tourbillon – and it work !
He founded the F.P. Journe company in 1999, have ever since stunned the world year after year with the visually distinctive and technically innovative watches
The motto of the brand, Invenit et Fecit (Latin for “[He] invented it and made it”) denotes that the company builds the entirety of the watches. Journe often designs brand new movements, even inventing completely new systems, like the famous resonance chronometer.